12 Apr 2024 | 07:14 PM UTC
Israel: Hezbollah rocket attack reportedly targets Israeli positions in Zaura, Golan, April 12
Hezbollah launches rocket attack against Israeli positions in Zaura, Golan Heights, April 12. Further cross-border violence likely.
Lebanese Hezbollah (LH) claimed to have launched at least 40 Katyusha rockets against Israel Defense Force (IDF) positions in Zaura, Golan Heights, around 20:00 April 12. The attack reportedly comes after IDF strikes on numerous positions across southern Lebanon and outside Beirut earlier in the day. There were no immediate reports of casualties. IDF officials did not immediately confirm whether or not any rockets successfully struck their targets; however, the Israeli military did confirm having intercepted some of the projectiles, as well as two aerial drones.
Heightened security and disruptions to transport and business are likely in the affected area over the coming hours. Further cross-border violence is likely over the short term.
Avoid the impacted location until authorities give the all-clear. Plan for localized disruptions, allow additional time for travel, and seek alternative routes to circumvent the affected area. Heed all official directives.
The IDF has regularly retaliated against projectile attacks by the LH. However, the IDF has increasingly begun targeting the LH's military infrastructure deeper inside Lebanon in an effort to deter the militant group from further attacks.
Zaura is located in the Golan Heights, approximately 12 km (7.5 miles) from the Lebanese border.
